Protect Your Business From Future Water Damage

6/25/2020 (Permalink)

Keep your business safe from any future water damage with these tips!

Tips From the Professionals

The dry season on Oahu isn’t a long one. But the lack of water on the island might distract you from the possible water saturation inside your Oahu business. To ensure that your business can stay busy, check your restaurant for early signs of water damage. When treated early, water damage is an easy fix, but if a fix is prolonged for too long the damage can be a costly and timely matter.  Keep your eyes peeled for any area near water pipes, faucets and drains. Damp areas are an attractive spot for a mold colony to grow, and that’s something no one wants in their restaurant. Regular inspections of areas in your restaurant allow you to take care of issues before they can become serious.

These are the top three places to check regularly for water damage:

• Staff Bathroom

 Water is essential when it comes to the bath area. Most commercial staff bathrooms are cleaned thoroughly several times a week, and these times are great for checking for damp areas and leaks of any kind. Look in the least traveled spots, such as corners of any closets, behind the toilet, and under the sink. If there are any leaks in these places, they can be a hazard until they are completely dry. Investing in a dehumidifier for bathroom areas is a sufficient way to keep the dangers of mold out of sight and out of mind. 

• Main Kitchen

This area of the business sees heavy-duty usage on a daily basis. Watch out for spills and leaks. Clean any water up immediately to ensure that they do not attract mold spores. Mold spores, which rest in the air, occur daily and are common in Hawaii. Check the spaces under and around the coolers and freezers are places that can be damaged by water without you noticing. Get out your flashlight and make sure you see every nook and cranny clearly.

• Dishwashing Area

The area around the dishwasher has nooks and crannies that require a deep look and cleaning. A leak behind an automatic dishwasher or under a commercial sink can create huge issues down the road. Add the humidity in the air and possible unseen leaks or drips, and you have a recipe for the establishment of a mold colony. Have the machinery pulled out from the wall regularly, and make sure the areas behind them are clean, dry, and disinfected. 

If your business has suffered water damaged call SERVPRO at (808)-744-2730.